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Sac State students visit the Parents & Families Program office during Phlagleblast inside the University Union Sept. 8, 2023. The University Union houses many of the student resources campus has to offer.
Unleash your potential with a treasure trove of campus resources
New Interim Vice President of Student Affairs Aniesha Mitchell in her office at Lassen Hall, Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023. Her appointment to the role was announced via SacSend on Sep. 8.
Aniesha Mitchell appointed interim vice president of Student Affairs
The Associated Students Inc. executive board meeting takes place in the Green & Gold room in the University Union, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023. ASI Director of Graduate Studies Hisham Hussain was set to appeal his strike, but the hearing was called off after the strike was changed to a warning.
ASI director issued warning for failing to respond to emails
Students walking outside the University Union Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023. A sexual assault was reported on Sep. 6, though the incident itself occurred in March at the University Union.
Sexual assault reported at University Union
The California Faculty Association and other protestors stand outside the California State University’s Chancellors Office in Long Beach, California Wednesday Sept. 13, 2023. The CSU Board of Trustees approved a multi-year 6% tuition increase beginning fall 2024. (Photo courtesy of Michael Lee-Chang)
BREAKING: CSU Board of Trustees approves tuition increase proposal
Mary Lee Vance, Director of the Disability Access Center, holds a pin featuring the center’s name and logo in front of the Academic Information Resource Center Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023. The new Disability Cultural Center is located in room 2011 in the AIRC.
Invisible and visible: Disability Access Center aims for inclusivity for all disabled students
The Center on Race, Immigration and Social Justice set up a booth welcoming students to La Bienvenida Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023. La Bienvenida is an event hosted by the Serna Center on campus and showcases clubs and resources dedicated to connecting with students to celebrate the start of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Culture, connection and Cumbia: Serna Center event celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion editor Jasmine Ascencio shares the results of The State Hornets end of spring plus summer 2023 audit. While some goals have been met, there are still improvements needed when covering Native/Indigenous people and communities of people with disabilities. Graphic created in Canva by Jasmine Ascencio.
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: End of spring plus summer 2023 audit results
Amador Hall’s sign contains labels for departments found in the hall on Monday, Feb. 1, 2021. Sacramento State Professor Rashad Baadqir is being accused of unethical academic practices after offering monetary extra credit fall 2022.
Ethnic studies professor faces allegations of unethical practice, offered monetary extra credit
William Gow, Asian American Studies assistant professor, gives opening remarks before the screening of short films based around Asian America stories during COVID Tuesday, May 2, 2023. Gow’s ETHN 113 Asian American Communities class screened documentaries.
Asian-American Studies program hosts student art showcase
New Interim Vice President of Student Affairs Aniesha Mitchell in her office at Lassen Hall, Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023. Her appointment to the role was announced via SacSend on Sep. 8.
Aniesha Mitchell appointed interim vice president of Student Affairs
Sacramento State President Luke Wood sits on the University Union Ballroom stage with wife, Idara Essien-Wood Thursday, Aug. 24, during his first fall address. This address is an opportunity for Wood to answer questions and set his expectations going into the new semester.
Sac State President Luke Wood delivers first fall address
The California State Auditor releases a report on the California State University’s handling of sexual harassment allegations Tuesday, July 18, 2023. The report found the CSU had mishandled several investigations, including closing cases without formal investigations that warranted them. (Graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)
State audit finds CSU mishandled sexual harassment investigations
The Office of Equal Opportunity in Del Norte Hall, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. According to the Title IX assessment report for Sacramento State, many students were not aware where the office is located on campus.
CSU Title IX report reveals system-wide problems
Mildred García will be the 11th Chancellor of the CSU following an open session of the board, Wednesday, July 12, 2023. García has served as president of CSU Fullerton and CSU Dominguez Hills. (Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson, photo courtesy of calstate.edu)
BREAKING: CSU Board of Trustees announces new Chancellor
Sac State students visit the Parents & Families Program office during Phlagleblast inside the University Union Sept. 8, 2023. The University Union houses many of the student resources campus has to offer.
Unleash your potential with a treasure trove of campus resources
The Associated Students Inc. executive board meeting takes place in the Green & Gold room in the University Union, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023. ASI Director of Graduate Studies Hisham Hussain was set to appeal his strike, but the hearing was called off after the strike was changed to a warning.
ASI director issued warning for failing to respond to emails
The Associated Students Inc.’s Appellate Council decided they will not hear the appeal from SSIS Director-Elect Nikita Akhumov (left) Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Isabella Jimenez (right), the runner up candidate, will take over the position the fall 2023 semester. (Photos provided by Sacramento State; graphic created in Canva by Chris Woodard)
ASI Appellate Council will not hear candidate’s appeal over disqualification recommendation
The hearing for complaints filed against Nikita Akhumov by Isabella Jimenez for the 2023 ASI elections in the University Union, Wednesday, May 10, 2023. The Committee released its decision regarding that hearing on Wednesday, May 24, recommending Akhumov be disqualified for campaign interference.
Elections complaints committee recommends disqualification for ASI student candidate
(L-R) Associated Students, Inc. presidential candidates Adoreil Ayoubgoulan, Emilie Jocson Nataly Andrade-Dominguez in The State Hornet studio March 31, 2023. The candidates have been campaigning since March 28 and Sacramento State students can vote in the University Union or the ASI website April 12-13. (Photos and graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)
State Hornet Series: Q&A with ASI presidential candidates
Jenkins Hall, a co-ed student residence on campus, Thursday, Sep. 7, 2023. A sexual assault was reported there on Aug. 31.
BREAKING: Sexual assault at Jenkins Hall
Nida Niazy appears in court for sentencing at the Sacramento County Superior Court Friday Aug. 25, 2023. Niazy faces time in state prison for sexual assaults committed in 2022 before fleeing to Europe.
BREAKING: Sac State sexual assault suspect sentenced to two-year prison sentence
Nida Muhummad Nyazi, 32, following his arrest in Germany, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. The FBI announced in a press release on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, that Niazy had been returned to the U.S. to stand trial for alleged sexual assaults (Photo provided by Sacramento Sherriff’s Department; graphic made on Canva by Jacob Peterson)
Sexual assault suspect extradited back to the U.S.
Parking Structure 3 located across from the Sacramento State Police Department at Sac State Tuesday, May 8, 2018. An occurrence of sexual battery at the structure was reported to campus police May 12, 2023. (Graphic made in Canva by Chris Woodard)
BREAKING: Sexual battery reported to campus police
Report of indecent exposure at Hornet Commons
Report of indecent exposure at Hornet Commons
Recursos para estudiantes indocumentados, noticias de inmigración y más: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST (5/8/23)
Recursos para estudiantes indocumentados, noticias de inmigración y más: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST (5/8/23)
El mediocampista de tercer año de Sacramento State Francisco Magaña, espera el balón para enfrentarse al defensor de Sonoma State en el Hornet Field el sábado 8 de abril de 2023. Magaña juega su última temporada en el otoño de 2023 y busca hacer de su último baile con los Hornets algo memorable.
‘Podemos ganar esta cosa’: equipo de Fútbol masculino de Sac State cree en su carrera de Big West
Organizaciones y centros en el campus de Sacramento State organizan eventos en celebración de la semana nacional de concientización sobre los trabajadores agrícolas y más. (Gráfico creado en Canva)
Vista Previa: Semana Nacional de Concientización sobre los Trabajadores Agrícolas y más
El arresto del sospechoso en relación con casos de agresión sexual y más: El Avispón del Estado
El arresto del sospechoso en relación con casos de agresión sexual y más: El Avispón del Estado
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Junior defensive back Tommy McCormick knocks a pass away from senior tight end Marshel Martin IV in the end zone Saturday Sept. 23, 2023. Martin had only two catches for 14 yards against the Vandals.
Sac State’s upset hangover looms large against Idaho
Sac State freshman midfielder Ellie Farber runs the ball up the field after intercepting a Lumberjack pass Friday, Sept. 22, 2023. Farber created the penalty kick opportunity and played aggressive defense which earned her player of the game title.
‘It feels like we’re champions’: Sac State stuns Big Sky champs
Sac State senior running back Marcus Fulcher heads up field against the Idaho Vandals Saturday Oct. 29, 2022. Fulcher has led the Hornets’ running back room this season with 44 carries for 216 yards.
Sac State football opens Big Sky play with massive test
Sacramento State midfielder Stacy Holmes moves the ball downfield against Saint Mary’s forward/midfielder Maxwell Farnum on the Hornet Field, Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023. The Hornets played a frustrating game on defense against the Gaels.
Sac State men’s soccer suffers a pair of one-goal defeats
Sacramento State celebrates their win after beating Stanford 30-23 at Stanford Stadium on September 16th, 2023. The Hornets move on to 3-0 on the season after their revenge game against Troy Taylor.
‘They can have him’: Sac State chops down Stanford in a classic
Freshman forward Kiir Kiir Chol Deng prepares for his sophomore season with the men’s basketball team. Over the last month and a half, Kiir Kiir said he has added 11 pounds of bulk to provide more physicality on the defensive end.
Three continents and 9,000 miles: Hoops prospect finds new home
Sac State has hired Aaron Kallhoff as the newest women’s basketball head coach. Kallhoff comes over from BYU, boasting over 20-years of coaching experience in NCAA women’s basketball. (Graphic made by Tony Rodriguez, Photo courtesy of Sac State Athletics)
BREAKING: Sac State hires new women’s basketball head coach
The Sacramento Kings are Pacific Division Champions due in large part to star guard De’Aaron Fox, who has led the team with 25.2 points per game. While holding the third seed, the Kings await the end of the regular season for their sixth seed opponent. (Photo taken from The Analyst; graphic made in Canva by Nathan Smith)
A Game of Thrones to face…the Kings?
Graphic made in Canva by Isaac Streeter
Swarm Report Week 6: A final look at women’s basketball
In 2022-2023 the Sacramento State men’s basketball team averaged 200 more people in attendance than the women’s team; that women’s team made the NCAA tournament for the first time in school history. “It doesn’t really matter how well we’re doing or how well they’re doing, the men’s team will kind of always have more support than us,” Sac State women’s basketball player Katie Peneueta said. (Graphic made in Canva by Siany Harts)
OPINION: Women’s basketball breaks records, still receives less support
[FILE] Freshman shortstop Wehiwa Aloy takes an at bat versus UC Davis Tuesday, April 11, 2023. With his fifth inning home run on Saturday, Aloy became the all time leader in Sacramento State’s Division I history for home runs hit by a freshman with 12.
‘Pass the Bat’: Hornets baseball wins second conference series of year
Sacramento State senior closer Jack Zalasky stands on top of parking structure three overlooking John Smith field on Wednesday, April 20, 2023. Zalasky ranks third in Sacramento State history career saves with 23 saves.
Like father like son: Sac State closer follows in his dads steps
[FILE] (L-R) Freshman shortstop Wehiwa Aloy and junior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez set up on defense against UC Davis Tuesday, April 11, 2023. The left side of the infield started every game this series and combined to go 10-26 with four extra base hits including a home run each.
‘We gotta get it going’: Sac State baseball drops two more conference games
Freshman pitcher and outfielder Jaxon Byrd makes his collegiate pitching debut versus UC Davis Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Byrd made his first collegiate start versus ninth ranked Stanford on Tuesday, April 18, throwing two innings and striking out two.
‘We were gonna win’: Sac State stuns #9 Stanford
Junior pitcher Cooper Rons throws a pitch to freshman catcher Jacob Cortez Sunday, April 16, 2023, at John Smith Field. Rons threw three and one-third innings on Sunday, setting a career high for strikeouts with six.
Weekend recap: Sac State baseball drops fourth conference series of year
Junior defensive back Tommy McCormick knocks a pass away from senior tight end Marshel Martin IV in the end zone Saturday Sept. 23, 2023. Martin had only two catches for 14 yards against the Vandals.
Sac State’s upset hangover looms large against Idaho
Sac State senior running back Marcus Fulcher heads up field against the Idaho Vandals Saturday Oct. 29, 2022. Fulcher has led the Hornets’ running back room this season with 44 carries for 216 yards.
Sac State football opens Big Sky play with massive test
Sacramento State celebrates their win after beating Stanford 30-23 at Stanford Stadium on September 16th, 2023. The Hornets move on to 3-0 on the season after their revenge game against Troy Taylor.
‘They can have him’: Sac State chops down Stanford in a classic
Sacramento State heads south to play Stanford in Palo Alto Saturday at 5 p.m. for a match versus their former head coach Troy Taylor. Senior running back Marcus Fulcher expressed frustration at Taylor’s exit from the team, “It was crazy, he kinda left with ease.” (Graphic created in Canva by Siany Harts. Photos L-R: James Fife, Shaun Holko)
‘He left with ease’: Sac State meets familiar face against Stanford
Senior safety Eian Moore leads the Sacramento State Hornets out of the tunnel for their first home game of the season Saturday Sept. 9, 2023. Sac State’s defense dominated the game, shutting down Texas A&M-Commerce’s offense holding them to six points.
Sac State puts on defensive clinic against Texas A&M-Commerce
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Cagnei Duncan runs during the 2021 cross-country Mark Covert Classic for Sacramento State on Sept. 4, 2021. She said that this past season, her 10th season running competitively overall, was her favorite season. (Photo courtesy of Cagnei Duncan)
Cross-country runner makes Sac State history
Weekend Swarm Report: Baseball completes sweep and track starts strong
Weekend Swarm Report: Baseball completes sweep and track starts strong
Sports editor Shaun Holkko and copy editor Robbie Pierce. Both of these State Hornet editors participated in sports they felt had lower profiles in high school.
SPORTS PODCAST: Stories of underrepresented sports
Sac State cross country coach David Monk and a few members of the womens team watch as their fellow teammates run during practice on Wednesday, Sept. 26.
Hornets have high hopes and goals with rest of season ahead
Sac State freshman midfielder Ellie Farber runs the ball up the field after intercepting a Lumberjack pass Friday, Sept. 22, 2023. Farber created the penalty kick opportunity and played aggressive defense which earned her player of the game title.
‘It feels like we’re champions’: Sac State stuns Big Sky champs
Sacramento State midfielder Stacy Holmes moves the ball downfield against Saint Mary’s forward/midfielder Maxwell Farnum on the Hornet Field, Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023. The Hornets played a frustrating game on defense against the Gaels.
Sac State men’s soccer suffers a pair of one-goal defeats
Sac State junior midfielder Abigail Lopez taking control of the ball against Pacific Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023. Lopez took one of Sac State’s six shots on Saint Mary’s. (Photo taken by Rinn Lee)
Sac State women’s soccer gets shut out against Saint Mary’s
Sacramento State’s womens soccer team celebrates with Abigail Lopez after her goal Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023. Lopez slid past the goalkeeper after smoothly intercepting a pass back from Pacific defenders, scoring the second Hornet goal.
Sac State women’s soccer holds lead until final minutes against Pacific
Sophomore midfielder Hasan Alsakati attempting a pass against Utah Tech Thursday, August 31, 2023. Alsakati scored his first collegiate level goal against Loyola Marymount.
Sac State men’s soccer split two games on road trip
Swarm Report Week 7: Checking in with softball and baseball
Swarm Report Week 7: Checking in with softball and baseball
FILE: Sacramento State softball celebrates after a win against Southern Utah March 3, 2023 at Shea Stadium. The Hornets swept the University of Maine in a doubleheader Wednesday to move their record to 14-9 on the season.
Sac State softball takes first season sweep over University of Maine
Junior pitcher Savannah Wahl throws a pitch on the mound at Shea Stadium on Friday, March 3, 2023.. Wahl transferred from Butte community college in Oroville, California to Sacramento State this year.
Sac State softball brings heat at Capital Classic
The Sac State softball team huddles around home plate on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023 at Sac State. The Hornets opened their season with the NorCal kickoff tournament where they won 2 of 5 games.
RECAP: Sac State softball drop 3 of 5 games in opening tournament
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Buzzin’ Dozen – Edition 1
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Sacramento State track and field throwers Shantel Nnaji (left) and Erin Whelan (right) pose in front of Tahoe Hall Friday, April 29, 2022. Both have made their names in Sac State track and field history through succeeding in record-breaking throws.
Breaking Sac State records two throwers at a time
Sacramento State Sophomore sprinter LaTrouchka Duke poses at Hornet Stadium track on Thursday, April 21, 2022. Duke has recently placed second in the 60 meter Big Sky championship finale.
Sac State Track and Field sophomore sprinter makes strong return
Devonn Johnson and teammate keep the lead on San Jose State at Sacramento States Hornet Invitational at Hornet Stadium on Saturday March 20, 2021. Sacramento State’s relay team placed second against San Jose.
Photo Gallery: Sac State Track and field team hosts Hornet Invitational
Setter Ashtin Olin sets the ball for teammates Bridgette Smith or Sarah Falk to spike during the third set of Sacramento State’s last game at home against Portland State University at the Nest Sunday, March 13, 2021. The Hornets lost the match against Portland State with a final score of 3-1.
SWARM REPORT MARCH 13: Rough day for Sac State sports, all teams lose
(L-R) Juniors Mate Voros and Mark Keki during their home match versus Saint Mary’s at Sacramento State Tennis courts on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. The duo went 20-1 in doubles play during the 2022 season. Photos by Hugo Quintanilla. Graphic created in canva by Chris Woodard
Two is better than one: Hungarian national champions serve aces for Sac State
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Buzzin’ Dozen – Edition 1
Maddy Ferreros stands in front of the Sac State tennis court after finishing her training on April 20, 2022. She was named the Big Sky Conference womens tennis co-player of the week on April 5, 2022.
Sacramento State women’s tennis newcomer gleams in first season
Sac State junior Ori Maior serving against Montana State Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at the Bobcat-Anderson Tennis Center. The Hornets dropped their regular-season finale against the Bobcats 7-0.
Sac State’s Men’s Tennis suffers massive loss at Montana State
Sac State sophomore Rudolfs Aksenoks returns a serve to teammate Mate Voros on the other side of the court, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, Asenoks is 4-0 this season in singles matches.
PREVIEW: Sac State’s men’s tennis team faces Saint Mary’s after two straight losses.
Senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin attempts to hit the ball over the net to the Aggies for a kill at The Nest Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023. Kamba-Griffin had a total of eight kills and six blocks.
Sac State volleyball dominated by rival UC Davis 3-1 at home
Junior outside hitter Ellie Tisko attempting to hit the ball over the net to score a kill for the Hornets Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, at The Nest. Tisko had a total of 11 kills, one ace and five blocks.
Sac State volleyball falters 3-1 in home match against Saint Mary’s
(FILE) Sac State junior middle blocker Kalani Hayes and junior outside hitter Caitlin Volkmann attempting to double block a ball at the net Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, against Idaho at The Nest. The Hornets ended their season with an even record of 15-15.
Hornets eliminated from the Big Sky tournament by Northern Colorado
(FILE) The Sac State women’s volleyball team gathers for a quick huddle during their game against the Montana Grizzlies on Thursday Oct. 6, 2022, at The Nest. The Hornets continue in the Big Sky tournament on Friday against University of Northern Colorado.
Hornets defeat Montana Grizzlies 3-1 in playoff quarterfinals
Sac State volleyball players huddle before going into their next set against Idaho State on Friday, Nov. 18, 2022 at The Nest. The Hornets are now 14-14 overall and 10-6 in the Big Sky play heading into the Big Sky tournament.
Sac State volleyball falls 3-2 at home against Portland State in the regular season finale
Considered a classic of Canadian film and a cult haunted house hit, “The Changeling 1980 does a lot to earn those accolades. It may not be the scariest horror flick to hit the silver screen, but it’s certainly one of the most well made. (Image courtesy of Chessman Park Productions)
Hornet Horrors: ‘The Changeling’
Casey Mann poses for a photograph at the World’s Worst Expo booth Saturday, Sept. 17, 2023. Mann helped organize the World’s Worst Expo this past weekend.
Explore the world of Y2K fashion at the World’s Worst Expo
El Grito: a Pre-Mexican Independence Day celebration fills the University Union
El Grito: a Pre-Mexican Independence Day celebration fills the University Union
Members of Banda Uriense look out to the crowd at the Mexican Independence Day celebration at Sac State Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023. This annual celebration is called El Grito.
Kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month with El Grito
One of many adaptations of the works of horror author H.P. Lovecraft, 1985s Re-Animator manages to also be one of the best. A great example of an 80s cult classic, this flick has all the blood and cheesiness you could want. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Empire Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Re-Animator’
Get ready to shine this summer with these stunning makeup looks! These recommendations will take the personal beauty game to the next level. (Graphic created in Canva by Hailey Valdivia)
Sweat-Proof Summer Saviors: Must-Have Makeup Essentials!
Business marketing major Stacy Sei modeled an earth-inspired outfit at the Forces of Nature fashion show Sunday, April 23, 2023. An overarching theme of the show was sustainability in clothing.
GALLERY: Fashion on an elemental mission
(L-R) Fashion merchandising and management majors Joanne Lee and Sophy Xiong put the final touches on Lees dress design at the Forces of Nature dress rehearsal Thursday, April 13, 2023. Designers picked from one of four elements for inspiration: fire, water, earth and air.
Sac State’s Fashion Club primed for spring fashion show
A gas mask on the wall near the entrance of the Smog Collectors exhibit at the Library Gallery Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. The lens reveals an image depicting various agents of pollution in modern society; the inscription on the filter provides some background behind the inspiration for the piece.
Grim gallery shows haunting future for generations to come
(L–R) Jacqueline Sandoval, Josue Sanchez and Andrea Obando stomp their feet in unison on the dance floor of Solano Hall during their performance Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their set, “Suhu (Life’s Ritual)” showcases a Chinese ritual dance with choreography by Philip Agayapong.
GALLERY: The dance that connects your mind, body and soul
Summer is finally here, and so is the fun! Here are some activities to keep your endless summer vacation going all season long. (Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa)
Heat up your summer with blazing new activities
BTDT Been There Done That
Been There, Done That Ep 2: $100 vs. San Francisco
Classy Bag Lady’s Chic Boutique proprietor Connie McBride’s tile art on display at her booth at the Sacramento Black Expo on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023. McBride’s boutique is a Sacramento-based mobile fashion business that offers unique clothing, jewelry and accessories.
Sacramento hosts annual celebration of Black Expo
Many Sac State students are dating and plan to have a romantic date on Valentine’s Day but can’t decide where to go. The State Hornet made a list of cafes, restaurants and bars to visit when love’s day is here. (Graphic by Madelaine Church made in Canva)
Love is in the hive
“Stinger Lickin’ Good” is a weekly food column that showcases budget-friendly recipes for college students. Enough to feed a crowd, these recipes are easy to make and can satisfy those with three roommates or none (we won’t judge). (Graphic made in Canva by Dominique Williams)
Stinger Lickin’ Good: Long-lasting lasagna
GUTS is the second studio album by Olivia Rodrigo, produced again by Dan Nigro, who produced her first album, SOUR. The pre-release single vampire, was released on June 30, 2023. It debuted atop the Billboard Hot 100. (Photo courtesy of Geffen Records)
REVIEW: Olivia Rodrigo spills her ‘GUTS’ on second album
The crowd cheers with their phones in the air at the Blume Stage at Sol Blume Saturday Aug. 19, 2023. Sol Blume is an annual hip-hop, soul and R&B music festival in Sacramento.
RECAP: The ‘sol’ shines at Sol Blume as artists bless the stage
Jhene Aiko performing at the mainstage during Sol Blume 2022. Sol Blume, founded in 2017, brings R&B, soul and hip-hop to Sacramento. (Photo courtesy of Sol Blume)
Unique undercard artists that will bring the soul to Sol Blume
Ultimate Summer Guide 2023
Ultimate Summer Guide 2023
Summer is finally here, and so is the fun! Here are some activities to keep your endless summer vacation going all season long. (Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa)
Heat up your summer with blazing new activities
(L-R) Antonio Hernandez, Victoria Chung, Brenna Dunivan, Isabella Ignacio, Anthony Tran, Ella Acosta and Mia Kaanapu in “Everybody” at Playwrights Theatre inside Shasta Hall Wednesday, March 8, 2023. They all play multiple characters in this production.
This production is for ‘Everybody’
(L–R) Jacqueline Sandoval, Josue Sanchez and Andrea Obando stomp their feet in unison on the dance floor of Solano Hall during their performance Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their set, “Suhu (Life’s Ritual)” showcases a Chinese ritual dance with choreography by Philip Agayapong.
GALLERY: The dance that connects your mind, body and soul
The cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee in Playwrights’ Theatre Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. The performance will feature multiple musical numbers.
Can you spell: T-H-E-A-T-E-R? The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee comes to stage at Sac State
Lead actress McKenna Sennett sits on a bench in front of Shasta Hall theater on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Sac State’s production of “Hamlet” runs from April 1 to April 10 and can be attended in the theater.
‘To be or not to be’: Meet the leading lady of Sac State’s ‘Hamlet’
The tone of the scene shifts early into ‘The Best Man’ when Former President Art Hocksteader (Stephen Kauffman, right) announces he is dying to presidential candidate Bill Russel (Tom Loeprich, left). Russel struggles to pursue political success while still staying true to his ethical principles.
Review: Gore Vidal’s ‘The Best Man’ at Sutter Street Theatre
One of many adaptations of the works of horror author H.P. Lovecraft, 1985s Re-Animator manages to also be one of the best. A great example of an 80s cult classic, this flick has all the blood and cheesiness you could want. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Empire Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Re-Animator’
The Portokalos family arrives at Toula’s father’s village in Greece. John Corbett as Ian Miller takes out his phone for a group selfie with the family. The film is humorous and romantic and consists of family and cultural acceptance.
‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3’ brings family together
Filmed on location in Ireland in the 1980s, Rawhead Rex is a rare divergence from the slasher flicks domination the box office at the time. Unfortunately that novelty doesnt do nearly enough to carry whats ultimately a pretty middling film. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image Courtesy of Empire Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Rawhead Rex’
Ultimate Summer Guide 2023
Ultimate Summer Guide 2023
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Disney.
The Big Picture – ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’
El Grito: a Pre-Mexican Independence Day celebration fills the University Union
El Grito: a Pre-Mexican Independence Day celebration fills the University Union
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Jakhari Smith inspires confidence with uplifting lyrics and undeniable flow
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Jakhari Smith inspires confidence with uplifting lyrics and undeniable flow
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Heron Rana delivers the grooves with a blend of hip-hop, jazz and brazilian-inspired rhythms
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Heron Rana delivers the grooves with a blend of hip-hop, jazz and brazilian-inspired rhythms
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STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: The Ruby Woos dominate with rock, pop and pop-rock tunes
Capturing the vibe of Sol Blume 2023
Capturing the vibe of Sol Blume 2023
The State Hornet Podcast #1: Tuition, Crime, Music and Football!
The State Hornet Podcast #1: Tuition, Crime, Music and Football!
Beyond the Hive Ep. 1: Denmark
Beyond the Hive Ep. 1: Denmark
Swarm Report #1- Spikes, Strikes, and Touchdowns: Welcome Back Fall Sports
Swarm Report #1- Spikes, Strikes, and Touchdowns: Welcome Back Fall Sports
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Cinema Obscura S2 Ep.3: ‘9’ vs. ‘Frankenthumb’
Collectors Cave Episode 10: Series Finale Beyblade Tops
Collector’s Cave Episode 10: Series Finale ‘Beyblade Tops’
The State Hornet Podcast #1: Tuition, Crime, Music and Football!
The State Hornet Podcast #1: Tuition, Crime, Music and Football!
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The State Hornet Podcast #12: Teamsters Protest, Sexual Assault Timeline and Asian-American studies art showcase.
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The State Hornet Podcast: Take Back the Night, theft on campus and the Middle Class Scholarship
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The State Hornet Podcast: ChatGPT, graduation photos, spring fashion show and Ed Mills retirement
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The State Hornet Podcast: Police call boxes, graduation location interference and the Out of the Darkness Walk
State Hornet Spotlight: Jared Gipson’s breakout season and TikTok success
State Hornet Spotlight: Jared Gipson’s breakout season and TikTok success
State Hornet Spotlight: Football recruit Carson Conklin comes to Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: Football recruit Carson Conklin comes to Sac State
Former Sacramento State receiver Isiah Hennie tries to juke University of Incarnate Word freshman cornerback Marquis Britten Sept. 9, 2017 at Hornet Stadium. Hennie has spent the last four years searching for an opprotunity to play professional football. (Photo by Matthew Nobert. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
Sac State alumni’s up-and-down football journey and USFL dream: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT SHORT
Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
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State Hornet Buzzed: Hispanic Heritage Month special, Growing up in Hispanic and Latinx culture
Newsletter editor Odin Rasco, opinion editor Kris Hall and audience engagement staffer Krys Shahin debate the worthiness of Scooby-Doo being named the best movie franchise in the 2022 edition of State Hornet March Madness. Scooby-Doo beat out the MCU in the finals by a wide margin. (Graphic made in Photoshop by Mack Ervin III)
Ruh Roh? Recapping the madness of State Hornet March Madness 2022: STATE HORNET BUZZED
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Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED
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The best and worst cheesecakes from The Cheesecake Factory: STATE HORNET BUZZED
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
Recursos para estudiantes indocumentados, noticias de inmigración y más: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST (5/8/23)
Recursos para estudiantes indocumentados, noticias de inmigración y más: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST (5/8/23)
Organizaciones y centros en el campus de Sacramento State organizan eventos en celebración de la semana nacional de concientización sobre los trabajadores agrícolas y más. (Gráfico creado en Canva)
Vista Previa: Semana Nacional de Concientización sobre los Trabajadores Agrícolas y más
El arresto del sospechoso en relación con casos de agresión sexual y más: El Avispón del Estado
El arresto del sospechoso en relación con casos de agresión sexual y más: El Avispón del Estado
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Kaliyah Vernon, estudiante de estudios étnicos y mujeres y de género, posa dentro del centro Serna el Lunes, febrero 28, 2023. Vernon habla de su experiencia siendo Afro-Latina. Foto de Vernon tomada por Itzel Espinoza. Gráfico creado en Canva por Mercy Sosa.
Afro-Latinidad: Viviendo en los márgenes
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: The Bad Barnacles splash into The State Hornet
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: The Bad Barnacles splash into The State Hornet
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Former Animals take over the newsroom
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Former Animals take over the newsroom
Exit interview with President Robert Nelsen, reflects on legacy at Sac State
Exit interview with President Robert Nelsen, reflects on legacy at Sac State
Students aim high in Sac State ROTC program
Students aim high in Sac State ROTC program
Recursos para estudiantes indocumentados, noticias de inmigración y más: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST (5/8/23)
Recursos para estudiantes indocumentados, noticias de inmigración y más: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST (5/8/23)
Considered a classic of Canadian film and a cult haunted house hit, “The Changeling 1980 does a lot to earn those accolades. It may not be the scariest horror flick to hit the silver screen, but it’s certainly one of the most well made. (Image courtesy of Chessman Park Productions)
Hornet Horrors: ‘The Changeling’
Diary of a Bookworm: ‘And they lived happily ever after, the end!’
Diary of a Bookworm: ‘And they lived happily ever after, the end!’
The Arcane title card that bursts onto screen after the mesmerizing title sequence of each episode. The striking visuals set the tone for the viewers journey through the series. (Image Courtesy of Netflix. Graphic created by Ryan Ascalon.)
The Idiot Box: ‘Arcane,’ emotional depth and action-packed thrills
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Disney.
The Big Picture – ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘Beau is Afraid’
Alexis Jimenez, an anthropology student, addressing the panel of administrators regarding the recent sexual assaults on and near campus in the Redwood Room of the University Union on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. The State Hornet calls on the administration and the Sac State Police Department to increase transparency with the campus community and provide concrete plans for the solutions proposed. Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa. Photo by Alyssa Branum.
EDITORIAL: How are you keeping your campus community safe, Sac State? Your students would like to know
Women at Sacramento State walk around campus, their rights in the hands of a majority male US Senate, protected by a pro-choice California State Senate. Women at Sac State have more jurisdiction over their bodies than women in Texas, who have very little time to decide what’s best for them when they discover they are pregnant. Graphic made in Canva.
EDITORIAL: ‘Liberty and Justice for All’ means women, too
Joseph Castro speaks to Sacramento State over Zoom as well as in person during his first visit to the campus as Chancellor on Nov. 3, 2021. Castro lied about the constant Title IX violations of his Vice President of Student Affairs in order to become chancellor.
Editorial: Joseph Castro never deserved to be CSU Chancellor
Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen addresses students in the crowd of California Faculty Association protestors at the University Union on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021. Nelsen said he could not get involved in the bargaining of CFA’s contracts. Photo of Nelsen taken by John Cabales. Graphic created in Canva.
EDITORIAL: President Nelsen, we don’t accept your apology — you should resign
The State Hornet Editorial Board urges Sac State students to vote no on the California gubernatorial recall election that could see Gavin Newsom ousted from office should it succeed. The election will take place Tuesday, Sept. 14.
EDITORIAL: Sac State students, you must vote no on the California recall election
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Cinema Obscura S2 Ep. 1 : ‘The Cable Guy’ vs. ‘Excalibur’
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. (Movie posters courtesy of Lionsgate)
The Big Picture – John Wick 4
Newsletter editor and film critic Gavin S. Hudson has been reviewing movies since high school. “The Whale” has been nominated for three Oscars; is it worthy? Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson | movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘The Whale’
Series promotional poster featuring Cassian Andor, played by Diego Luna and supporting cast. “Wouldn’t you rather give it all at once to something real?” (Picture courtesy of Disney+. Graphic created in Canva by Ryan Ascalon).
‘Andor’ grounds Star Wars universe in storytelling
(L-R) Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and Joel (Pedro Pascal) looking out at post-apocalyptic Boston. They are about set out for an adventure that will change both of their lives (Photo courtesy, Sony Pictures)
‘The Last Of Us’ stands among the best game to-screen adaptations
Considered a classic of Canadian film and a cult haunted house hit, “The Changeling 1980 does a lot to earn those accolades. It may not be the scariest horror flick to hit the silver screen, but it’s certainly one of the most well made. (Image courtesy of Chessman Park Productions)
Hornet Horrors: ‘The Changeling’
Diary of a Bookworm: ‘And they lived happily ever after, the end!’
Diary of a Bookworm: ‘And they lived happily ever after, the end!’
The Arcane title card that bursts onto screen after the mesmerizing title sequence of each episode. The striking visuals set the tone for the viewers journey through the series. (Image Courtesy of Netflix. Graphic created by Ryan Ascalon.)
The Idiot Box: ‘Arcane,’ emotional depth and action-packed thrills
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Disney.
The Big Picture – ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3’
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘Beau is Afraid’
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Sac State has hired Aaron Kallhoff as the newest women’s basketball head coach. Kallhoff comes over from BYU, boasting over 20-years of coaching experience in NCAA women’s basketball. (Graphic made by Tony Rodriguez, Photo courtesy of Sac State Athletics)

BREAKING: Sac State hires new women’s basketball head coach

Hornets bring Aaron Kallhoff from BYU as new headman
Jack Freeman and Dylan McNeill
April 17, 2023
Sac State finds their Mark Campbell replacement
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Swarm Report Week 6: A final look at women’s basketball

Isaac Streeter, Lawrence Charles, Siany Harts, and Dylan McNeill
April 3, 2023
Sports staffer Isaac Streeter and Podcast staffer Lawrence Charles take one final look at women’s basketball as the dust settles
Head coach Mark Campbell yells offensive plays to his team against San José State on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. Campbell accepted the job of Texas Christian University head coach Tuesday after two seasons at Sac State.

BREAKING: Hornet women’s basketball head coach accepts TCU coaching job

Exit comes after leading Sac State to first NCAA Tournament appearance
Jack Freeman and Dylan McNeill
March 21, 2023
Second Hornet coach to leave for new job in last four months
Freshman forward Solape Amusan sets a screen for senior guard Kahlaijah Dean on Saturday March 18, 2023 at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. The pair combined for 16 points in the Hornets season-ending loss.

Hornets bounced in first round of NCAA tournament by UCLA

Sac State swarmed by Bruins in March Madness 67-45 loss
Dylan McNeill
March 19, 2023
Hornets fall behind early and stay there
Inside Sac State women’s basketball’s journey to NCAA tournament

Inside Sac State women’s basketball’s journey to NCAA tournament

Jack Freeman, Dylan McNeill, and Chris Woodard
March 15, 2023
Dive into the Hornets’ historic 2022-2023 season heading into March Madness
FILE: Sophomore guard Quadry Adams passes to a teammate against Eastern Washington Thursday Feb. 2, 2023, at The Nest in a 82-63 loss. The Hornets were eliminated from the Big Sky tournament after their loss to Weber State Monday in Boise, Idaho.

Sac State men’s basketball Big Sky title hopes end where they began

Hornets trail Weber State wire to wire, lose 70-64
Dylan McNeill and Jack Freeman
March 7, 2023
Fifthteen turnovers undo Hornets in Boise.
Swarm Report Week 4: Reworked Swarm Report deep-dives into women’s basketball

Swarm Report Week 4: Reworked Swarm Report deep-dives into women’s basketball

Neill Little, Isaac Streeter, Myla Booth, and Dylan McNeill
March 6, 2023
Join podcast staffer Neill Little to go a little deeper on Sac State Women’s Basketball in a new look at the Swarm Report.
Sacramento State junior center Isnelle Natabou sits in The Nest after the Sac State women’s basketball team set a program record with their 20th win of the season on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. Natabou leads the Big Sky Conference in field goal percentage, shooting .647% The next closest is Idaho’s Beyonce Bea, shooting .486%.

Hornets’ center is a force in the interior amidst record season

6’5” women’s basketball star averages 9.4 rebounds per game
Dylan McNeill and Myla Booth
February 27, 2023
Sac State women's basketball is enjoying new heights with the help of the 6’5” imposing center Isnelle Natabou.
Kalaijah Dean

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Buzzin’ Dozen — Edition 4

January 26, 2023

After a failed medical physical ends Carlos Correa’s stint as a San Francisco Giant ended before it ever began. Graphic created in Canva by Chris Woodard. Images courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.

OPINION: Where Carlos Correa’s short stop in San Francisco leaves the Giants

The infielder signs with the New York Mets after Giants fail physical
Dylan McNeill
December 22, 2022
Where the San Francisco Giants sit after losing out on another superstar
Senior guard Zach Chappell getting up the court against Long Beach State Saturday, Dec.10, 2022, in The Nest. Chappell’s 25 points and game-winning layup sealed a 76-74 win for the Hornets.

[Photo] Sac State men’s basketball edges out Long Beach State 76-74

December 11, 2022

Senior guard Zach Chappell getting up the court against Long Beach State Saturday, Dec.10, 2022, in The Nest. Chappell’s 25 points and game-winning layup sealed a 76-74 win for the Hornets.

Junior center Isnelle Natabou works inside on the Roadrunner defense on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, at The Nest during a 67-46 Sac State win. Natabou recorded her fourth straight double-double while also adding four blocked shots.

Hornets sink Roadrunners 67-46 on rainy Saturday

Sac State women’s basketball reaches 7-2 after win
Dylan McNeill, Sports Editor
December 11, 2022
Sac State gets back to its winning ways with the help of Isnelle Natabou’s monstrous double-double
Sophomore guard Katie Peneueta shoots a three against Fresno State Dec. 3, 2022, at The Nest in a narrow 62-61 Hornet win. After dropping their season opener, Sac State has now won six in a row.

Sac State women’s basketball survives late Fresno State push, wins sixth in a row

Hornets move to 6-1 after 62-61 home win
Dylan McNeill
December 3, 2022
Sac State women’s basketball did just enough to pick up another win, as Dean and Natabou scored 16 apiece.
(FILE)Senior guard Kahlaijah Dean looks to evade UC Davis defenders in a 67-45 victory for Sac State on Nov. 22, 2022 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento,CA. The Hornets are enjoying their first 5-1 start since the 2013-2014 season.

Hornet women’s basketball goes 2-0 in Holiday Beach Classic

Sac State’s winning streak hits 5 with wins over Cal Poly, UTEP
Dylan McNeill
November 27, 2022
Sac State women’s basketball 5-1 for the first time since the 2013-2014 season after two wins over Cal Poly and UTEP at Holiday Beach Classic
Senior guard Kahlaijah Dean rises for a jump shot in a 67-45 win for Sac State over UC Davis in the Causeway Classic at Golden 1 Center Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022. The Hornets never trailed in Tuesday’s win and are now 3-1 on the season.

Sac State women’s basketball squashes UC Davis 67-45 in Causeway Cup

Hornets capitalize three-game winning streak with rival victory at Golden 1 Center
Dylan McNeill, Sports Editor
November 23, 2022
Sac State women’s basketball avenges last year’s Causeway Classic loss with 67-45 win over UC Davis
Senior guard Kahlaijah Dean comes off a screen set by freshman guard Madison Butcher against the Gaucho defense at The Nest Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022 in a 70-68 overtime win. Dean currently averages 22.7 points and 6.7 assists a game.

Sac State women’s basketball picks up come-from-behind win over Santa Barbara

Hornets move to 2-1 in 70-68 overtime win
Dylan McNeill and Gavin Hudson
November 21, 2022
Kahlaijah Dean puts Hornets on top with go-ahead layup in the final two seconds of play, finishes with 27 in overtime win.
Senior guard Kahlaijah Dean finishes around a UC Irvine defender on Saturday, Nov.12, 2022, in The Nest at Sacramento State in a 60-58 Sac State loss. The Hornet duo pictured, Dean and sophomore center Isnelle Natabou, combined for 50 of the Hornets 73 points in their win Monday.

Women’s basketball picks up first win of the season in Santa Clara

Hornets improves to 1-1 after defeating the Broncos
Dylan McNeill
November 15, 2022
Sac State women’s basketball recovers from season opener against the Broncos
Sophomore forward Katie Peneueta surveys the court against UC Irvine, in the Hornets 60-58 loss at The Nest at Sacramento State on Nov. 12, 2022. Peneueta had 12 points on four three pointers.

Sac State women’s basketball falls apart at home in season opener

Hornets watch double-digit lead evaporate as they fall to UC Irvine 60-58
Dylan McNeill
November 12, 2022
Women’s basketball open season with 60-58 loss to UC Irvine after leading by 16 in the second half.
Senior guard Kahlaijah Dean drives off a screen by sophomore Katie Peneueta in practice on Friday, Nov. 11, 2022 at The Nest at Sacramento State. Dean transferred from Oakland University after totaling a thousand points in her time as a Golden Grizzly before joining Sac State this season.

Season Preview: After historic turnaround last season, women’s basketball looks to take next step

Hornets look to enter upper echelon of Big Sky in year two under Mark Campbell
Dylan McNeill
November 11, 2022
Sac State women’s basketball to enter year two of the Mark Campbell era with a lot to look forward to. Check out this preview before the Hornets take on UC Irvine Saturday.
La entrenadora de softbol de Sac State, Lori Pérez, durante un partido de exhibición, el sábado 1 de octubre de 2022, en el Shea Stadium. Pérez, quien está entrando en su décima temporada como entrenadora, enfrenta acusaciones de abuso verbal y mala conducta por parte de sus ex jugadoras.

‘Ya es suficiente’: Entrenadora de softbol de Sac State enfrenta acusaciones

Ex jugadoras acusan a entrenadora de abuso emocional y verbal
Jordan Latimore, Dylan McNeill, and Monserrat (Mimi) Covarrubias
November 10, 2022
Entrenadora de softbol de los Avispones enfrenta acusaciones de abuso y mala conducta.
Sac State softball head coach Lori Perez during an exhibition match, Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Shea Stadium. Perez, who is entering her 10th season as head coach, is facing allegations of verbal abuse and misconduct from former players.

‘Enough is enough’: Sac State softball coach facing allegations

Former players accuse coach of emotional and verbal abuse
Jordan Latimore and Dylan McNeill
October 18, 2022
Hornets softball coach facing allegations of abuse and misconduct
Sac State junior midfielder Cody Sunquist takes a freekick outside the box versus CSU Northridge at Hornet Field in Sacramento on Oct. 5, 2022. Suquist has scored two goals this season, one of them gave the Hornets a win in Bakersfield.

[Photo] Sac State men’s soccer battles CSU Northridge, concedes 2-1 loss

October 6, 2022

Sac State junior midfielder Cody Sunquist takes a freekick outside the box versus CSU Northridge at Hornet Field in Sacramento on Oct. 5, 2022. Suquist has scored two goals this season, one of them gave...

The Sac State volleyball team’s bench on their feet cheering on their team against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022 at The Nest. The Hornets swept the Bengals 3-0 to move to 2-0 in the Big Sky after a rocky 4-8 season start.

[Photo] Sac State volleyball gets 3-0 victory in sweep at home against Idaho State

September 25, 2022

The Sac State volleyball team’s bench on their feet cheering on their team against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022 at The Nest. The Hornets swept the Bengals 3-0 to move to 2-0 in the Big Sky after...

Sac State sophomore long snapper Austin Jarrard making a behind-the-back snatch during practice Wednesday, Aug.31, 2022, at the Sac State practice field. The Sac State football team starts the year off with a week one matchup against Utah Tech at Hornet Stadium at 7:30 p.m PST.

[Photo] PREVIEW: Sac State football gears up for home opener against Utah Tech

September 2, 2022

Sac State sophomore long snapper Austin Jarrard making a behind-the-back snatch during practice Wednesday, Aug.31, 2022, at the Sac State practice field. The Sac State football team starts the year off...

Sophomore Hornet receiver Sawyer Merrill (15) getting upfield after a catch Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, during practice. The Hornets are gunning for their third straight Big Sky title as the season kicks off at Hornet Stadium against Utah Tech University Saturday, Sept. 3 at 6:00 p.m PST.

PREVIEW: Hornet football looks to bring home third straight Big Sky Championship

Dylan McNeill and Jordan Latimore
August 17, 2022
Sac State football returns as theHornets aim to defend the Big Sky title. Read more in The State Hornet preview here:
The 2022 Seniors (L-R) Keith Torres, Trevor Doyle, Martin Vincelli-Simard, Brady Rodriguez, Dawsen Bacho, Brady Rodriguez, Steven Moretto and Nick Iwasa pose at John Smith Field on Sunday, May 15, 2022 as they were honored during Senior Day. “There’s a lot of memories you have with these guys,” Hornet manager Reggie Christiansen said. “Some of these guys have been here six years.”

SERIES RECAP: Hornets take three from Utah Valley in first conference sweep

WAC play concludes for Hornets on Senior Day
Dylan McNeill
May 16, 2022
Sac State sweeps Utah Valley in the final series of conference play, capping off with a record of 28-23. Lights-out bullpen and Senior Day make for a great weekend of Hornet baseball.
Sophomores Cesar Valero (left) and Josh Rolling pose in a tree near the River Front Center on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Both Valero and Rolling transferred to Sac State as sophomores and have found a spot in the Hornets lineup.

Sac State baseball sparks friendship for two slugging sophomores

Josh Rolling’s and Cesar Valero’s relationship goes beyond the bases
Dylan McNeill and John Cabales
May 15, 2022
On and off the field, Josh Rolling and Cesar Valero’s relationship cuts deep. Read it here:”
[FILE PHOTO] Sophomore pitcher Eli Saul throws against California Baptist on Friday, April 29, 2022 at John Smith Field. Saul threw his first complete game in a 121-pitch effort in Fridays win over Grand Canyon University.

SERIES RECAP: Sac State baseball couldn’t hold lead Sunday, drop two-of-three to GCU

Hornets drop first conference series since March
Dylan McNeill
May 9, 2022
Hornet baseball leaves Phoenix with a hard-fought series loss after a couple of close defeats to Grand Canyon University. The Hornets remain in third place in the WAC.

Votes are in: See which players have the best and worst walk-up songs

Sac State baseball team has almost unanimous decision for worst
Dylan McNeill, Dominique Williams, and James Fife
May 6, 2022
The baseball team leaves no question for which player’s walk-up song is the worst.
After starting conference play 3-6, Sac State baseball has won 10 of 15 as the baseball season heads into the final stretch while Sac State takes fifth series in a row.

SERIES RECAP: Keeping it consistent, Hornets take series for 5th straight weekend

Sac State baseball wins home series over California Baptist, taking 2 of 3
Dylan McNeill
May 3, 2022
After starting conference play 3-6, Sac State baseball has won 10 of 15 as the baseball season heads into the final stretch while Sac State takes fifth series in a row.
Jorja Smith performs on the Blume stage at Discovery Park in Sacramento on Saturday, April 30, 2022. Smith is an English singer-songwriter who was one of four women headliners at Sol Blume festival this year. (Photo by Laura De la Garza Garcia)

GALLERY: Music for the soul to blossom

Sol Blume festival returns for first time since 2019
Keyshawn Davis, Laura De la Garza Garcia, and Dylan McNeill
May 2, 2022
Sol Blume music festival makes a comeback to Discovery Park attracting large crowds and loud music. This year, Sol Blume featured four women headliners and Sacramento native artists Victoria Monet and Yelly.
[FILE PHOTO]Sac State junior outfielder Trevor Doyle connects on a ball Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at Klein Family Field in Stockton, California in a 13-6 Hornet win. Doyle hit his first homer of the year this weekend against Dixie State as the Hornets moved above .500 in WAC play.

SERIES RECAP: Sac State wins another series, taking 2 of 3 from Dixie State

Hornets make it 4 straight conference series wins in a row
Dylan McNeill
April 25, 2022
Sac State baseball wins another series by taking 2 of 3 on the road against Dixie State. The Hornets haven’t dropped a series since the first week of April:
Sophomore outfielder Cesar Valero connects on a pitch against University of the Pacific at Klein Family Field in Stockton, California Tuesday, April 19,2022. Valero talked with State Hornet staffer Dylan McNeill about his baseball journey on the latest episode of the Swarm Report. (Photo by Dominique Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)

Sac State baseball and softball pick up wins, men’s tennis set for Big Sky tournament (ft. Cesar Valero): SWARM REPORT PODCAST

Jordan Latimore and Dylan McNeill
April 21, 2022
Sports co-editor Jordan Latimore is joined by Dylan McNeill and sophomore outfielder Cesar Valero to talk Sac State baseball on this week's Swarm Report.
Sophomore infielder Gunner Gouldsmith (middle) and senior infielder Steven Moretto(second from right) greet senior Keith Torres(far right) with fist bumps as he takes the field at Klein Family Field against University of the Pacific on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 in Stockton, California.,Everybody contributed and did their part to get the win tonight, said Torres, who finished the game 4-4.

GALLERY: Swipe through our best shots of Sac State’s UOP baseball win

Hornets take 13-6 win over the Tigers
Dylan McNeill and Dominique Williams
April 20, 2022
PHOTO GALLERY: Sac State baseball goes on the road and take a 13-6 win over the University of the Pacific
Hornet fielders get set to take the field as senior shortstop Keith Torres gives a thumbs up to the dugout Friday April 15, 2022 at John Smith Field. Sacramento State sits in third place in the WAC conference at 9-9.

SERIES RECAP: Sac State baseball wins third straight conference series

Hornets take two from Seattle University, move to 9-9 in conference play
Dylan McNeill
April 18, 2022
Hornet hitters Dawsen Bacho and Josh Rolling combined for 13 hits, four for home runs as Sac State baseball picks up a conference series win for the third straight weekend:
(FILE PHOTO) Sophomore Cesar Valero celebrates a home run with his teammates at John Smith Field Sunday, March 27, 2022 against Grand Canyon University. Valero tallied four home runs over the weekend and now leads the WAC with 12 this season.

SERIES RECAP: Sac State rides offensive onslaught to series win over New Mexico State

Eight home runs help Hornets go 2-1 on the road
Dylan McNeill
April 12, 2022
Hornet offense averages 9.66 runs over the weekend, as they take series versus New Mexico State. Hornets are now 7-8 in WAC play:
[FILE PHOTO] Sacramento State men’s basketball interim head coach Brandon Laird speaks to his assistant coaches Sam Kirby (right) and Nate Smith (middle) in the fourth quarter of a blowout loss at home in The Nest versus Southern Utah University Saturday, Feb.12, 2022. Laird was replaced by former Oklahoma assistant David Patrick to be the next head coach of the men’s basketball team.

[Photo] ‘What’s done is done’: former interim Sac State basketball coach calls out athletic director for mishandling of his departure as head coach

April 5, 2022

[FILE PHOTO] Sacramento State men’s basketball interim head coach Brandon Laird speaks to his assistant coaches Sam Kirby (right) and Nate Smith (middle) in the fourth quarter of a blowout loss at home...

[File Photo] Freshman outfielder Jeffrey Heard (left) celebrates a home run with teammate sophomore infielder Gunner Gouldsmith (right) on Friday, March 11, 2022 against Saint Mary’s in an 8-2 Hornets loss. Heard hit his fourth home run of the season over the weekend as the Hornets won their first WAC series.

SERIES RECAP: Sac State baseball earns first series win since February against Utah Valley

Dylan McNeill
April 3, 2022
After going 0-8 on Saturday’s and Sunday’s in the month of March, Sac State baseball picks up a win on Sunday to clinch the series against Utah Valley.
Freshman outfielder Jeffrey Heard slides into second base safely after being picked off by Grand Canyon University pitching on March 27 at John Smith Field in a 3-2 loss for Sac State. Heard is hitting .257 with three homers and six RBIs on the year.

Sac State baseball drops fourth straight series, loses two-of-three to GCU

Two one-run losses moves Sac State to 11-12
Dylan McNeill
March 28, 2022
Four straight series losses brings Sac State baseball below .500, Hornets drop two-of-three against Grand Canyon University.
Brady fools the world, MLB lockout ends, NFL Free Agency and more: TAKE YOUR SHOT PODCAST

Brady fools the world, MLB lockout ends, NFL Free Agency and more: TAKE YOUR SHOT PODCAST

Jordan Parker, Brandon Bailey, and Dylan McNeill
March 21, 2022
Editor in Chief Jordan Parker and sports co-editor Brandon Bailey are joined by sports beat writer Dylan McNeill to discuss the latest in the NFL, MLB and NBA.
Sac State senior first baseman Steven Moretto attempts to pick a ball out of the dirt at John Smith Field March 12th, 2022 against Dixie State in a 18-7 loss. The Hornets have committed 19 errors in 16 games thus far in the 2022 season.

SERIES RECAP: Sac State baseball opens conference play with series loss to Dixie State

Hornets drop two-of-three at home, fall to 9-7 on the year
Dylan McNeill
March 14, 2022
Hornets baseball continues to scuffle, dropping series to Dixie State as Sac State is now 2-7 over their last nine games.
A ground ball gets past senior first baseman Steven Moretto for an error at John Smith Field on March 8. 2022, during an 8-2 loss to Saint Marys. Sac State committed four errors in the loss.

Sac State baseball look to relocate winning ways after losing four straight

Hornets now sit at 8-5 after 7-0 start
Dylan McNeill, Staff Writer
March 11, 2022
Sac State baseball’s 7-0 was the best start in the school’s Division I history; since then, the Hornets have gone 1-5; recent statistics explain the team’s sudden good fortune.
Sophomore outfielder Josh Rolling loses his cap as he catches a fly ball Friday, March 4, 2022 in a 21-4 Sacramento State win over Houston Baptist University at John Smith Field. The Hornets lost four of five games this week, after starting the year off 7-0.

SERIES RECAP: Hornets suffer first series loss of 2022 against Houston Baptist

Sac State baseball 1-4 since becoming nationally ranked
Dylan McNeill
March 7, 2022
After starting the week 7-0, Sac State baseball now sits at 8-4 with conference play just around the corner. Hornets drop three straight after blowout win Friday; read the recap:
Sacramento State sophomore outfielder Cesar Valero connects for one of his three home runs against Houston Baptist University on March 4. 2022, at John Smith Field in a 21-4 Hornet win. Valero leads Sac State with six home runs so far in 2022.

Cesar Valero sets Sac State record with 10 RBIs

Outfielder also totals five hits, and three homers in 21-4 blowout win
Dylan McNeill
March 6, 2022
Sac State baseball enjoyed a 21-4 lopsided win over Houston Baptist University as outfielder Cesar Valero enjoyed a 5-5 day with a school record 10 RBIs on Friday.
Men’s basketball’s winning streak and baseball off to historic start: SWARM REPORT PODCAST

Men’s basketball’s winning streak and baseball off to historic start: SWARM REPORT PODCAST

Jordan Latimore and Dylan McNeill
March 3, 2022
On this edition of the Swarm Report, co-sports editor Jordan Latimore breaks down latest on the baseball team’s hot start to the season and the men’s basketball team’s 3-game winning streak.
Sac State sophomore pitcher Max Pettey throws against UC Berkeley March 1, 2022 at Evans Diamond in Berkeley in what ended as a 6-2 loss for the Hornets. Tuesday was Petteys first start of 2022, pitching two shutout innings.

Sac State baseball suffers first loss of the season to UC Berkeley

Dylan McNeill
March 2, 2022
Sac State baseball dropped their first game of the season after a blistering 7-0 start in a 6-2 loss to Cal.
Hornets infielders meet around sophomore pitcher Eli Saul on the mound at John Smith Field Feb. 18, 2022. Saul pitched Friday night to a line of 7.2 innings pitched, zero runs, four hits, and nine strikeouts against Long Beach State.

HOW SWEEP IT IS : Sac State ranked #20 following sweep of Long Beach State

Hornets rank as high as #20 in latest national rankings after 7-0 start
Dylan McNeill
March 1, 2022
Hornets baseball sweep for the second straight weekend. This time, against Long Beach State, as go-ahead home runs are the difference in all three games:
Senior third baseman Steven Moretto(left) and sophomore outfielder Cesar Valero(right) tap helmets to celebrate Valero’s homerun on Feb. 18, 2022 against Northern Illinois University at John Smith Field. in a 11-7 Sac State victory. Both Moretto and Valero homered in the Hornets’ opening day of the 2022 season, which helped them achieve an 11-7 victory.

SERIES RECAP: Hornets’ baseball sweeps Northern Illinois in four-game series to open season

Sac State opens 2022 with best start in over a decade
Dylan McNeill
February 23, 2022
Sac State baseball start new season with four game sweep over Northern Illinois University, in an exciting opening weekend of baseball.
The Sac State baseball team swarms freshman starting pitcher Colin Hunter on Feb.19, 2022 at John Smith Field after he threw the second no-hitter in Sac State Division 1 history. Hunter recorded nine strikeouts and didn’t allow a walk in his collegiate debut.

Sac State pitcher Colin Hunter no-hits Northern Illinois in college debut

Second Division I no-hitter in Hornets' history
Dylan McNeill
February 20, 2022
The Hornets move to 2-0 as freshman Colin Hunter no-hits Northern Illinois.
Sac States baseball team warms up before a practice Feb.17 in front of the Hornets brand new scoreboard.The new scoreboard is something weve been working for, fundraising and just playing our hearts out on the field for everybody. said senior pitcher Brady Rodriguez.

PREVIEW: Sac State baseball opens season on Friday against Northern Illinois

Hornets look for 11th straight winning season, fourth WAC conference championship
Dylan McNeill
February 18, 2022
Baseball returns to Sacramento State as the Hornets open the season this weekend at home with a game against Northern Illinois for a four-game set.
California State University Chancellor Joseph Castro addresses student reporters in a virtual press conference Monday, Feb. 8, 2021. Castro announced his resignation as CSU Chancellor after just 13 months following a report that revealed he mishandled sexual harrassment claims against a Fresno State employee during his time as president of the university.

BREAKING: CSU Chancellor resigns following mishandling of sexual harassment complaints

USA TODAY report revealed Joseph Castro mishandled complaints against a former employee while President at Fresno State
Jordan Parker, Kamelia Varasteh, and Dylan McNeill
February 17, 2022
Joseph Castro resigned as chancellor of Cal State University after just 13 months in charge following complaints that he mishandled sexual harassment complaints during his tenure at Fresno State.
The Hornets’ bench players look on as Sac State is trounced 83-57 in a home defeat at the hands of Southern Utah in The Nest Feb. 12, 2022. Sac State has struggled immensely as of late, going 1-9 in their last 10 games.

[Photo] Sac State men’s basketball suffers embarrassing at-home defeat by Southern Utah

February 14, 2022

The Hornets’ bench players look on as Sac State is trounced 83-57 in a home defeat at the hands of Southern Utah in The Nest Feb. 12, 2022. Sac State has struggled immensely as of late, going 1-9 in...

Graduate guard Lianna Tillman defends a Northern Arizona player driving to the rim Thursday, Feb. 3rd, 2022 in Flagstaff, Arizona. Tillman finished with 19 points and 9 assists in Thursday’s 76-62 win over the Lumberjacks.

Sac State women’s basketball team stomps Northern Arizona 76-62

Hornets match season-high in points, as Tillman and Peneueta score 20 apiece.
Dylan McNeill
February 4, 2022
Sac State women’s basketball team gets to .500 with their defeat of Northern Arizona University 76-62 on Thursday.
Sacramento State men’s basketball senior forward Bryce Fowler (23) attempts a free throw against the Montana State defense on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, at the Hornets Nest. The Hornets suffered a heartbreaking 68-66 loss to the Bobcats after Fowler missed a potentially game-winning three at the buzzer.

[Photo] Sac State men’s basketball suffers heartbreaking 68-66 loss to Montana State

December 6, 2021

Sacramento State men’s basketball senior forward Bryce Fowler (23) attempts a free throw against the Montana State defense on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, at the Hornets Nest. The Hornets suffered a heartbreaking...

Sacramento State men’s basketball senior forward Bryce Fowler drives to the rim against Montana on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021, at the Hornets Nest. The Hornets lost their conference opener to the Grizzlies 65-58 after finding themselves in an early 17-point deficit.

[Photo] Sac State men’s basketball trounced 65-58 in conference opener

December 4, 2021

Sacramento State men’s basketball senior forward Bryce Fowler drives to the rim against Montana on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021, at the Hornets Nest. The Hornets lost their conference opener to the Grizzlies...

Senior Sacramento State football running back BJ Perkinson runs against Dixie State on Sept. 4, 2021. Perkinson finished the win against Dixie State with 98 total yards.

Sac State football: Running game carries weight for offense

Hornet running back trio leads Big Sky’s second best rushing attack
Dylan Mcneill
December 2, 2021
Sac State football averages almost 200 yards a game rushing the ball in Big Sky. The three backs don’t mind who gets the touches, as long as they all get the win.
Senior guard Summer Menke at the free-throw line Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 at the Hornets Nest. Sac State was defeated by Seattle University 71-67 in the Hornets final home game until Dec. 30th, 2021.

Sac State women’s basketball defeated 71-67 by Seattle University, comeback falls short

Redhawks drilled nine 3s to bury Hornets Saturday
Dylan McNeill
November 22, 2021
The Hornets brought the game to within one in the final minute, in the end, Seattle University pulled out a 71-67 win versus Sac State women’s basketball team on Saturday.
Sophomore tight end Marshel Martin (16) celebrates after catching a touchdown at Hornet Stadium on Nov. 13, 2021. The Hornets had 308 yards and 2 touchdowns through the air in their 49-20 victory against the Portland State Vikings.

[Photo] Sac State crushes Portland State 49-20, team closer to Big Sky title

November 13, 2021

Sophomore tight end Marshel Martin (16) celebrates after catching a touchdown at Hornet Stadium on Nov. 13, 2021. The Hornets had 308 yards and 2 touchdowns through the air in their 49-20 victory against...

Freshman guard Chris Holley brings up the ball at half-court on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 202,1 at the Hornets Nest. Sacramento State dominated William Jessup 89-59 in the Hornets’ season opener.

[Photo] Sac State men’s basketball stings William Jessup 89-59

November 10, 2021

Freshman guard Chris Holley brings up the ball at half-court on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 202,1 at the Hornets Nest. Sacramento State dominated William Jessup 89-59 in the Hornets’ season opener.

Freshman forward Jhared Willcot attempts to fake out a UC Davis defender on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021. Willcot finishes the year with a goal and two assists.

Sac State men’s soccer season over, fell 2-1 to UC Davis

Aggies leap over Hornets into Big West playoff standings
Dylan McNeill
November 1, 2021
Sac State soccer traveled to Davis looking to clinch their ticket to the Big West playoffs. The Aggies sent the Hornets home with a 2-1 loss to end their season.
CSU Fullerton’s junior defender Edward Salazar shoves Sacramento State sophomore forward Titus Washington at Hornet Field on Sunday October 23, 2021. The play resulted in a red card for Salazar as the Hornets moved on to win 3-1. (Screenshot taken via ESPN)

Sac State men’s soccer keeps playoff hopes alive with 3-1 win

Crucial win overshadows ugly brawl Saturday
Dylan McNeill
October 25, 2021
Sacramento State sealed Senior Day with crucial 3-1 win over Fullerton. An 82nd-minute brawl symbolized a wild day at Hornet Field on Saturday.
Sacramento State men’s soccer junior midfielder Oscar Govea hits a corner kick against CSU Bakersfield on Oct.13, 2021, at Hornet Field in a 2-0 loss.The Hornets currently average 1.06 goals a match.

Hornets men’s soccer fall 3-0 to UCSB, Big West playoff hopes dwindle

Dylan McNeill
October 22, 2021
Sac State men’s soccer fell to UC Santa Barbara 3-0 Wednesday night in a quiet loss for the Hornets. The Hornets were shut out for the sixth time on the season as they moved to 2-3-2 in Big West play.
Sac State sophomore pitcher Eli Saul throws at John Smith Field for the Hornets on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in a scrimmage against Cal. Saul made 16 appearances in the 2021 season including 13 starts.

Sac State baseball returns with fall scrimmages versus Cal

Hornets prep for 2022 season
Dylan McNeill
October 17, 2021
Cal Baseball visits John Smith Field as the Bears take on the Hornets in an exhibition match to start fall ball for the two clubs. Head coach Reggie Christiansen looks for his fourth WAC championship.
Sac State sophomore forward Titus Washington races past a CSU Bakersfield defender on Wednesday, Oct.13, 2021, at Hornet Field. Washington has one goal and three assists so far this year.

Sac State men’s soccer falls to CSU Bakersfield 2-0

Hornets drop to seventh in Big West conference
Dylan McNeill
October 14, 2021
It was another quiet night for Sac State men’s soccer as they went scoreless in a 2-0 defeat at the hands of CSU Bakersfield on Wednesday. The Hornets now move to 3-8-3 on the season.
Hornet junior midfielder Oscar Govea is tripped up as the ball goes out of play on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, against Saint Marys in a 1-0 loss for the Hornets. The Hornets have averaged just 1.25 goals on the year.

Sac State men’s soccer falls 2-0 to UC Riverside, fail to get shot on goal

Hornets move to 3-7-3 on the year
Dylan McNeill
October 9, 2021
Hornets were shutout 2-0 by UC Riverside in Sac State’s fourth shutout loss of the year in just 13 games.
Jhared Willcot moves the ball upfield against CSU Northridge in a 2-2 tie for the Hornets at Matador Soccer Game Field on Oct. 6, 2021. Willcot had one shot on goal in Wednesdays tie.

Sac State men’s soccer ties 2-2 in another overtime battle

Wednesday’s tie with CSU Northridge was the Hornet third overtime match in four games.
Dylan McNeill
October 7, 2021
Sac State Men’s soccer picked up a third tie in four matches as they drew 2-2 with CSU Northridge on Wednesday.
Hornets sophomore forward Titus Washington wrestles past a Cal Poly defender in pursuit of the ball Sept. 29, 2021 in a 1-1 tie at Hornet Field. The Hornets home record is now 0-3-1 on the season.

Sac State men’s soccer begins Big West play with 1-1 tie versus Cal Poly

Hornets head to overtime for second straight game
Dylan McNeill
September 30, 2021
Sac State soccer manages 1-1 tie after playing 10-on-11 for the second half and overtime on Wednesday.
Freshman defender Alejandro Padilla heads the ball against the Broncos on Sept. 24, 2021 at the WMU Soccer Complex. The Hornets have allowed one goal or fewer in four straight matches.

Sac State men’s soccer team draws with Western Michigan 1-1 in overtime

Hornets allow goal in fourth minute
Dylan McNeill
September 24, 2021
The Sac State men’s soccer failed to pick up a win, but played well in a 1-1 tie with Western Michigan University on Friday.
The Hornets fail to convert a goal scoring opportunity as sophomore defender Genaro Alfaro watches his pass get interrupted against Saint Marys College on Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021. The Hornets lost 1-0 for the third time this season.

Sac State men’s soccer falls to Saint Mary’s College after controversial call

72nd-minute foul led to game-deciding penalty kick for the Gaels
Dylan McNeill
September 20, 2021
Foul on Sac State goalkeeper set up penalty kick for Saint Mary’s as they won 1-0 over the Hornets on Sunday.
Senior forward Matthew Korpontinos (right) surveys the play as freshman defender Alejandro Padilla (left) defends the play against University of Portland on Monday, Sept.13, 2021. The Hornets picked up their second win of the season Thursday night with a 2-0 victory over University of the Pacific.

Sacramento State men’s soccer team defeat University of the Pacific 2-0

Goalkeeper Ryan Curtis’ seven saves lead Hornets to shutout win
Dylan McNeill
September 17, 2021
Sac State men’s soccer broke its losing streak and earned a 2-0 road win over the University of the Pacific on Thursday with tenacious defense and timely scoring.
Sophomore forward Christo Cervantes drops a University of Nevada, Las Vegas defender as he dribbles the ball in a match on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021. Cervantes had two shots on goal in Monday night’s loss 1-0 loss to University of Portland.

Sac State men’s soccer falls to University of Portland on the road

Hornets averaging just 0.33 goals during three game losing streak
Dylan McNeill
September 14, 2021
Sac State men’s soccer mustered just three shots on goal in road loss Monday night. The team’s record dropped to 1-5, read more here:
Sacramento State midfielder Oscar Govea (right) dribbles through University of Nevada, Las Vegas defense as midfielder Axel Ramirez (left) stumbles on a defender on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2021 at Hornet Stadium.The Hornets fell 1-3.

Hornets fall to UNLV 3-1, celebrate the late Arath Chavez

First half goal not enough as Hornets move to 1-4
Dylan McNeill
September 11, 2021
Sacramento State’s men’s soccer team lost to UNLV on an emotional night for the Hornets as they celebrated a fallen teammate.
Sacramento State freshman midfielder Axel Ramirez shoots a corner in the first half of the game versus Gonzaga University on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2021 at the Hornet Soccer Field. Gonzaga beat the Hornets with a score of 1-0.

Sac State men’s soccer shutout in 1-0 home opener loss to Gonzaga

Hornets total three shots on goal for the match
Dylan McNeill
September 5, 2021
Sacramento State men’s soccer never found the goal and lost 1-0 to Gonzaga in their first shutout of the season on Sunday.
Former Sacramento State senior forward Alex Bettencourt dribbles the ball past a San Jose State defender at Hornet Field on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016. Sac State beat San Jose State with a 3-2 score at the Spartan Soccer Complex on Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021.

Sac State men’s soccer picks up first win of season with 3-2 score

Hornets beat San Jose State, home opener scheduled for Sunday
Dylan McNeill
September 3, 2021
Michael Gonzalez’s 79th-minute goal earned Sac State men’s soccer a 3-2 victory against San Jose State. Their first win of the season, the team’s home opener will be played on Sunday.
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